Biking and Boating
From Amsterdam to Bruges
- 8 days
- 7 nights
- 20 meals
Departures: Jun 25, 2026, Jul 02, 2026 + 3 other dates
Price from $2,609
EuropeSpring in bloom
From Brussels to Antwerp via Bruges and Ghent, dip into Belgium’s foodie scene. Savour some famous chocolate or that other national specialty, a scrumptious waffle, as you admire unique architecture. Then board your ship to discover the beauty of the Netherlands. Windmills, cheese, and tulips are highlights, but the country’s warm spirit and vibrant culture will delight your senses. A two-for-one that checks all the boxes!
Port of departure:
Antwerp
Cities on itinerary:
Bruxelles, Bruges, Ghent, Mechelen, Antwerp, Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Volendam, Utrecht, ’s-Hertogenbosch, Ravenstein
- Moderate
- CAA-Quebec host
Highlights:
Cruise on the canals of Amsterdam
Keukenhof flower gardens
- Clog factory tour
Many included excursions
Itinerary
- Day 1: Montréal – Brussels
Fly to Brussels.
- Day 2: Brussels
Transfer to the hotel upon arrival. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner with a glass of wine included. Hotel Indigo Brussels – City 4* (D)
- Day 3: Brussels
In the morning, take a guided tour of Brussels, the beating heart of the European Union and a city rich in history and architecture, followed by a chocolate factory visit and a tasting. Spend the rest of the afternoon as you please. (B)
- Day 4: Brussels – Bruges – Ghent – Brussels (203km)
Head to Bruges. Take a guided walking tour of this medieval city, including the main square and the Beguine convent, which dates back to the 13th century. Continue on to the university city of Ghent for a guided walking tour where you’ll see the Castle of the Counts of Flanders, a 12th-century fortress, and Saint Bavo’s Cathedral. (B)
- Day 5: Brussels – Mechelen – Antwerp (60km)
Leave for Mechelen in the morning. Upon arrival, take a tour of the city including the historic centre and the cathedral, followed by a visit to the Het Anker brewery, the oldest in Belgium, and a beer tasting. After lunch, spend the afternoon as you please. Transfer to Antwerp and board the MS Monet. Welcome cocktail party. (B-D)
- Day 6: Antwerp – Rotterdam
In the morning, explore Antwerp’s old town, with highlights that include Butcher’s Hall and the main square, the site of the cathedral. Don’t miss the intricate stonework of this stunning edifice, built over two centuries. In the afternoon, return to the ship and continue your cruise towards Rotterdam. Gala evening on board. (B-L-D)
- Day 7: Rotterdam – Amsterdam
Visit the world-famous Keukenhof flower gardens, a testament to the cultural importance of flowers and the flower industry in the Netherlands. Enjoy some afternoon free time to explore Rotterdam. Sail to Amsterdam in the evening. (B-L-D)
- Day 8: Amsterdam – Volendam – Zaanse Schans (72km)
In the morning, board a boat for a guided tour of the city along the four canals that circle the centre of Amsterdam. In the afternoon, travel by coach to Volendam for a cheese factory tour and a demonstration of how Gouda is made. Continue to Zaanse Schans, an open-air museum where you’ll learn about wooden clogs, whose history can be traced back to the year 1200, and see a clog-making demonstration. Return to the ship. (B-L-D)
- Day 9: Amsterdam – Utrecht – ’s-Hertogenbosch (100km)
Disembark in the morning, then travel to Utrecht—the oldest city in the Netherlands, known for its architecture and charming canals. Take a guided walking tour of the old town and the postcard-pretty neighbourhood of Oudegracht. Continue to ’s-Hertogenbosch, famous for its medieval allure. Take a guided walking tour in the historic centre. Golden Tulip Hotel Central 4* (B)
- Day 10: ’s-Hertogenbosch – Heeswijk – Ravenstein – ’s-Hertogenbosch (74km)
In the morning, take a guided tour of Heeswijk Castle, a medieval fortress. Continue to Ravenstein and explore the De Tuinen in Demen gardens at your leisure. Join in a farewell supper, including a glass of wine or beer. (B-D)
- Day 11: ’s-Hertogenbosch – Amsterdam – Montréal (88km)
Travel to Amsterdam. Fly back to Montréal. (B)
Inclusions
Montréal – Brussels and Amsterdam – Montréal flights
5 nights in 4* accommodations
4-night cruise in Main Deck category stateroom
Transfers
Tours, excursions, and activities listed in the itinerary
Activities and shows on board the ship
Service of a CAA-Quebec tour leader and local French-speaking guides
Drinks with meals and at the bar (except champagne and wine list selections) during the cruise
Free internet access aboad the ship
Travel guidebook
Visas and electronic travel authorization
Tourist taxes
Travel insurance
Baggage handling
Tips and personal expenses
Anything not listed in the “Price includes” section
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Rates are per person, based on double occupancy, according to the stateroom category indicated. Other stateroom categories are available. The accommodation establishments listed may be changed without prior notice. A minimum number of guests is required to ensure the presence of a CAA-Quebec Travel host. Please note that group flight contracts do not allow for seat selection. We therefore recommend that you check in with the airlines 24 hours before departure. This offer may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Read the full terms and conditions.
If the scheduled flight is operated by Air France or KLM, only the Air France/KLM shuttle bus service will be available for passengers departing from Québec City.